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Welcome to the month of AUGUST, 2015. My 'header' this month was taken on a very 'smoke-filled' day (wildfires around) at Yellowstone National Park, September 2012.

Monday, February 25, 2013

Arkansas BIRDS and DEER

There are many reasons that we love going to Mt. Nebo, Arkansas... If you missed my first two posts from this trip, click HERE. Today I will share another reason I love going to Mt. Nebo---the WILDLIFE.

The picture above was taken the first afternoon when we got there. This deer (and others) were there to welcome us... They are not really tame--but they are used to people being around, so they don't run away very quickly..

Be sure to click on the photos to see them larger!

Of course, I take birdseed with me when I travel (why wouldn't I????? ha) ---hoping to see some little birds... They must have been waiting on me to get there in Arkansas since as soon as I sprinkled the seed out on the back patio, we had visitors!!!! Here is one of the many Dark-eyed Juncos I saw that week... There are many more Juncos in Arkansas than we have in my part of Tennessee.

All of these photos were taken through a window and a screen --so they are not as good as some that I've taken... BUT---you can recognize them (I hope)... This is a Pileated Woodpecker on a nearby tree.

And of course, the gorgeous red Cardinals visited us there.

There were many Tufted Titmice around --flitting in and out!!!

And where you see Titmice, you always see White-breasted Nuthatches. (We had Chickadees --but somehow, I didn't get their picture.)

Guess who showed up for dinner?????? Three little deer came by the patio to check out the bird food... Isn't he a cutie????

I got alot of screen reflection in this photo --but I still wanted to share it... There was a third deer --but he was out of the picture. They were busy looking at someone walking down the street....

Here's one more of the pretty little deer peaking over the rock wall. I think I heard him say: "Peek-a-boo"...

We didn't see these Turkey Vultures this year ---but I took this picture of them here in 2011... Decided to include it in case you missed my Mt. Nebo photos that year.

Finally, here's another picture of the ROADRUNNER... That is one of my favorite captures EVER. I am still excited about seeing this bird. I had no idea they were in Arkansas now...Maybe they will move on farther east into Tennessee. Ya' think??? "Beep Beep"......

Here is a map showing where one can find Roadrunners in our country... You can see that they are found in Arkansas!!! If you want to read more about this bird, click HERE. Neat neat bird!!!!

Seems like each time we go to Arkansas, we see something new to share!!!! It's just a very special place for us!!!Thanks to so many of you who added the email option to your sidebar. I now have 40 of my blog friends' blog posts coming to me through email. LOVE it. Some of you said you didn't know how to put the little notice on your sidebar. Here's what you do: Go to the very top of your blog on the right and click on DESIGN; Then click on LAYOUT; Then click on "Add a Gadget" (the one on the right ); There are several things for you to add if you desire. Scroll down to "Follow by Email" and click SAVE. Then just go back to View Blog --and that is ALL you do. Having that option on your sidebar does NOT effect you in any way at all. It is for those of us who choose to follow by email.. Thank you so much!

58 comments:

The Road runner is a beauty - but Betsy, now I have that song "Roadrunner" going round and round in my head!!The deer-over-rock wall is just too cute. Doesn't matter about the windscreen either, we got to see what you saw and they were fine! Gorgeous gorgeous place!

I love your bird shots, I see all of these in my back yard all winter long, except for the Pilated and the Roadrunner. Lucky, aren't I?? Well, no Turkey Vultures here either...I can do without them, too. I've see the Roadrunners in TX when my son lived there. They're so neat!

I just added the Follow by Email for you! Thanks for reminding me.

Have a good day! We're expecting another round of snow here tonight and tomorrow.

Oh I am glad to know someone is using that email gadget. I put it up there awhile back. I know for me, it's nice because I get the posts directly to the email.

As for your title today....you had me excited:) Two of my favorite things. Really nice birds you both saw! That Tufted Titmouse is really a delight! And congrats on the Roadrunner.....I had no idea that their range extended on the Eastern side of the US. Very cool. All my best:) Chris

Love the vultures, they are kind of making an X! Also the sweet deer peeking over he wall, the pair of deer. But my FAVE is BEEP BEEP!!! Wish I could see a real one just once!! Maybe if I hang at an Acme store? We have an Acme here, too.

A great capture of the buck!Looking at the little ones you can tell they are finding a lot of food. They are more plump than those we have here.Congrats on your roadrunner shot. I know you must be tickled to pieces. I know I would be.

the peek-a-boo deer are so cute. They have such sweet faces. We have the red breasted Nuthatch here and he is one of my favorites. All the bird shots are fine---through the window screen or not. LOL. thanks. MB

So many birds. I think the Pileated Woodpecker has got to be my favorite. I have never been lucky enough to see one in real life. We do get tons of birds around our home. I need to start paying closer attention and see what type hang around. Thanks for sharing all the beautiful pictures.

Thanks for the detailed instructions on the email option. I will do that now! What I need to figure out is how to stop following some blogs that don't interest me like I thought they would when I started following them. One of my goals this year is to learn how to change the appearance like you all do - - more than just pulling a background from blogger - - but using my own photos.Speaking of - - - the deer playing "peek a boo" are my favorites!

Hi Betsy, Great series of pictures of the Arkansas wildlife you got to see on that trip. I am temporarily back in Crossville. Have a super rest of the week and stay warm - we may, yes may, get snowed on.

Wow! I am so impressed with the Pileated Woodpecker! I have only seen one in my life - and it was gone before I could get the camera. I would love to see another! I like to get new blog posts by email, too. I wish everyone would allow that option.

I love the photos especially the peeping deer, but the red color is still a bit sharp for my eyes. I wonder if i have some eye difficulty, i guess i need to have shades or filter in viewing your site, haha!

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Welcome to my blog. Hubby and I are retired and live in beautiful Fairfield Glade on the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee. We enjoy Traveling, Hiking, Searching for Waterfalls, Gardening (especially flowers including our ROSES); and I love my Backyard Birds and also working on Family History. Hope you enjoy my blog!